2022 Hyundai Elantra VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2022 Hyundai Elantra has good reliability. There are 13 recalls and 139 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra. Severity signals include 7 crash-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Seat Belts (28), Electrical System (25), Unknown Or Other (16).
Elantra reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2022 Hyundai Elantra issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Seat Belts28
- Electrical System25
- Unknown Or Other16
- Power Train14
- Forward Collision Avoidance11
- Engine5
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Test horn functionality to ensure it works properly
- Check for any warning lights related to forward collision avoidance systems
- Inspect rearview camera for proper operation when reversing
- Verify cruise control does not set unexpected speeds
- Test brakes for any unexpected activation or noise
- Ensure engine accelerates smoothly without hesitation
2022 Elantra recalls (8)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2022 Elantra. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 24V879000Nov 21, 2024
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.
- AIR BAGSNHTSA 22V632000Aug 18, 2022
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.
Consequence: A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 234.
- SEAT BELTSNHTSA 22V354000May 19, 2022
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Consequence: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
- SEAT BELTSNHTSA 22V218000Apr 1, 2022
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Consequence: Exploding seat belt pretensioners can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 31, 2022. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 223. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
- SEAT BELTSNHTSA 22V123000Mar 3, 2022
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner may explode upon deployment.
Consequence: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 220. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796 and 22V-069. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLNHTSA 23V589000Aug 18, 2023
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.
Consequence: Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the motor control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 248.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 24V528000Jul 12, 2024
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.
- POWER TRAINNHTSA 22V746000Oct 6, 2022
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
Used-market value
2022 Hyundai Elantra resale snapshot
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2022 Hyundai Elantra on the road
117,177 2022 Hyundai Elantra units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2022 Hyundai Elantra stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra
With an 84/100 score against a 79/100 segment average, the 2022 Hyundai Elantra rates as above-average for reliability. That points to generally solid ownership outcomes relative to peers, especially for a model in the second year of its generation.
The issue pattern is not confined to a single system. Complaints cluster most around seat belts and the electrical system, but meaningful activity also appears in powertrain and forward collision avoidance, with a notable share falling into unknown or other categories. That spread suggests a mix of concerns rather than one dominant weak point. Recall activity is elevated, which increases the administrative and follow-up burden even when the underlying reliability score remains strong.
Overall, buyer risk looks moderate-to-low for the segment.
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2022 Hyundai Elantra — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
With an 84/100 score against a 79/100 segment average, the 2022 Hyundai Elantra rates as above-average for reliability. That points to generally solid ownership outcomes relative to peers, especially for a model in the second year of its generation.
How many recalls does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra have?
8 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2022 Hyundai Elantra problems?
The most-reported 2022 Hyundai Elantra problem areas are: Seat Belts (28), Electrical System (25), Unknown Or Other (16).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2022 Hyundai Elantra?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2022 Hyundai Elantra, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.